Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi has announced a new job vacancy for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). This is an excellent career opportunity for job seekers. Check the eligibility, salary details, and vacancy information. Don’t miss this chance—apply now for the latest recruitment!

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Location

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

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Deadline

29th April

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Published

13th April 2026

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IIT (BHU) Varanasi JRF Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi has invited applications for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under an ANRF-sponsored research project. The position is temporary and co-terminus with the project.

Organization Name	Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi
Post Name	Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Job Location	Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering & Technology, IIT (BHU), Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India - 221005
Employment Type	Temporary, project-based
Salary	Rs. 37,000 per month + 20% HRA
Project Duration	3 Years
Funding Agency	ANRF
Project Number	ANRF/ARG/2025/002797

Important Dates

Last Date to Apply: 29 April 2026
Application Timeline: Within 21 days from the advertisement

Eligibility Criteria

Essential Qualification: First class in M. Pharm / M.S. (Pharm.) / M.Tech (Pharm.) / M.Tech in Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Process Chemistry, Natural Product Chemistry, Pharmacology, or Biotechnology with GATE / GPAT / CSIR-NET or equivalent examination.

Basic Qualification Required: B. Pharm degree.

Final Semester Candidates: Eligible, but they must produce required documents at the time of selection.

Desirable Qualification

Experience in multi-step synthetic organic chemistry
Experience in cell biology-related experiments
Animal handling experience will be preferred

Age Limit and Reservation

Maximum Age: 28 years
Age Relaxation: As per Government of India rules
Reservation / Preference: SC/ST candidates will be preferred as per GoI rules
Relaxation for SC/ST/Physically Handicapped/Female Candidates: As per GoI rules

Application Process

Prepare the application in the prescribed format.
Send the application by email to the Principal Investigator.
Use Application for JRF as the email subject line.
Submit the complete application before the last date.

No application fee is mentioned in the notification.

Selection Process

Candidates will be shortlisted based on qualification and experience.
Only shortlisted candidates will be informed for interview.
Original certificates and self-attested copies must be presented for verification before the interview.
No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
The PI may restrict the number of candidates called for interview based on higher qualifications and experience.

Contact Information

Principal Investigator	Dr. Gyan Prakash Modi
Email	gpmodi.phe@itbhu.ac.in
Phone	+91-7310008444
Interview Venue	Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering & Technology, IIT (BHU), Varanasi - 221005
Official Website	www.iitbhu.ac.in/positions_available

Other Important Information

The post is purely temporary.
The appointment is co-terminus with the project.
The project title is: Development of Novel Near Infrared Fluorescent Theranostic Probes Targeting Amyloid β Aggregates and Cholinesterases for the Effective Treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease.
The application format asks for personal details, academic record, qualifying examination details, project work, publications, work experience, employment status, joining time, and referee details.

Official Notification Link:

https://iitbhu.ac.in/contents/institute/2026/project/project_jrf_phe_aggregates.pdf